Joseph Jefferson

Interview: Two Seans: Marlow & Brown of DEATH OF A DRAG QUEEN at Portland's THE ECHO THEATER CO.
by Gavin Glynn - Nov 30, 2025

DEATH OF A DRAG QUEEN is a hilarious glitter-streaked Southern gothic about love, loss, and the personas we build to survive. Set in a small Louisiana apartment doubling as a backstage dressing room, the play follows Cram Brulée—a fading drag legend—as she prepares for what might be her final performance. Haunted by memories and betrayals, Cram struts, spirals, and sews her soul back together in a one-drag queen showdown soaked in sequins and secrets. Equal parts camp and confession, it’s a lipstick-stained elegy for those of us who love too much, give too much, and believe in everyone but ourselves. Breaking new ground as a one actor/one drag queen live performance. 'Tuck after tuck, somethin's gotta give!'

The Carbonell Awards Add Special Watch Party for Sold Out Ceremony
by Team BWW - Oct 31, 2025

The 48th annual Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, announced that the glittery annual ceremony and after-party at FAU’s University Theatre in Boca Raton is SOLD OUT. The fun, festive, entertainment-packed event is scheduled for Monday November 17, at 7:30 pm.

Pegasus Theatre Chicago Will Present THE 39TH ANNUAL YOUNG PLAYWRIGHTS FESTIVAL In January 2026
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 29, 2025

Pegasus Theatre Chicago will present the 39th Annual Young Playwrights Festival from January 1–24, 2026, at Chicago Dramatists, 798 N. Aberdeen Street. The annual festival spotlights original one-act plays written by Chicago high school students.

PIVOT World Premiere and More Set for Rivendell 30th Anniversary Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 20, 2025

Rivendell Theatre Ensemble has unveiled its 30th Anniversary Season of new plays written by women, and its annual new play festival. See the full lineup here!

Cast Set for PORCHLIGHT SINGS THE SEASON World Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 16, 2025

Award-winning Porchlight Music Theatre has revealed the cast for the next production in its 31st season, the world premiere of Porchlight Sings the Season. Learn more!

Carbonell Awards 2025: Tickets Now on Sale for South Florida’s Version of the Tony Awards
by Team BWW - Oct 16, 2025

The 48th annual Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, will be hosting a glittery ceremony at FAU’s University Theatre in Boca Raton on Monday, November 17, at 7:30 pm.

Chicago Premiere of WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY Comes to First Floor Theater
by Stephi Wild - Oct 16, 2025

Chicago's First Floor Theater has announced its 13th season with the Chicago Premiere of WORK HARD HAVE FUN MAKE HISTORY, written by reid tang and directed by Tina El Gamal.

The Green Room 42 Present THE ROCK MUSICAL SOUL SEARCHING in Concert
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 4, 2025

The Green Room 42 presents SOUL SEARCHING in concert on October 22 at 7 PM (YOTEL, 579 10th Ave). The rock musical features nearly 20 songs, a live band, and a Broadway-caliber cast.

Thomas Gibson to Star in Industry Reading of David Mamet's HENRY JOHNSON
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 2, 2025

Learn more about Thomas Gibson in the NYC reading of David Mamet's 'Henry Johnson,' exploring themes of manipulation and ethical ambiguity.

THE MAGIC PARLOUR Unveils Expanded Programming
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 1, 2025

Dennis Watkins is poised to launch his third year in the custom magic theater in the heart of the Loop by introducing the most robust slate of programming yet at The Magic Parlour. Learn more!

Cast Set for INHERIT THE WIND at Edge Of The Wood Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 30, 2025

The Resident Theatre at Edge of the Wood, Chicago, has revealed the company of Inherit the Wind, in their theatre space on the city's northwest side. Learn more!

Complete Cast & Creative Team Set for MALAPERT LOVE at The Tank
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 29, 2025

The Tank and The Artistic Home have revealed the complete cast and creative team for Malapert Love written by Siah Berlatsky. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Oak Park Festival Theatre To Receive Special Equity Award At 57th Annual Jefferson Awards
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 26, 2025

Oak Park Festival Theatre will be honored with a Special Equity Award at the 57th Annual Joseph Jefferson Awards on September 29, 2025. The recognition coincides with the company’s 50th anniversary season, celebrating its historic partnership with the Park District of Oak Park, expanded programming, and doubled attendance since 2022.

The Carbonell Awards Welcome Four New Judges for 2025-2026 Theatre Season
by Team BWW - Sep 23, 2025

The Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s most highly coveted recognition of theatrical production and performance excellence, announced four new judges. They will bring the total number of Carbonell judges to 48, including 18 in Broward County, 11 in Miami-Dade, and 19 in Palm Beach County.

Carbonell Awards Announces Finalists for 2024-2025 Theater Season
by Team BWW - Sep 18, 2025

Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theater & Arts Honors, announced the top finalists in 20 competitive categories for the 2024-2025 theater season.

Peninsula Players Theatre Closes 90th Season with STEEL MAGNOLIAS
by Emmy Rice - Sep 13, 2025

Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of their 90th season with Robert Harling's Steel Magnolias. This beloved and moving comedy runs from September 3 through October 19.

STEEL MAGNOLIAS Opens Autumn Season at Peninsula Players Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Sep 2, 2025

 Peninsula Players Theatre will open the fifth and final show of its 90th season with Robert Harling’s “Steel Magnolias,” a hilarious celebration of friendship, heartaches, and hairdos!

The Goodman Adds COVENANT to 25/26 Season; BLOOD MEMORY Rescheduled
by Michael Major - Aug 25, 2025

in the line-up for The Goodman’s 100th anniversary season. Blood Memory by Goodman Affiliated Writer Dael Orlandersmith, previously announced for a May 2026 debut, is rescheduled.

PREDICTOR, New Play About The Woman Who Invented The Home Pregnancy Test, To Have NY Premiere
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 12, 2025

Brian Nitzkin will present the New York Premiere of Predictor, written by Jennifer Blackmer and directed by Alex Keegan at The AMT Theater. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.

Goodman Theatre, Paramount, and More Nominated For 2025 Equity Jeff Awards
by Stephi Wild - Aug 12, 2025

The Joseph Jefferson Awards will celebrate the 57th Anniversary of its Equity Theater Awards on Monday, September 29. Check out the full list of nominations here!